There has been an explosion of hotel openings in London over recent times, but one of the tops additions to the capital has to be Nobu Hotel Portman Square. This 254-room property makes you feel like a movie star from the moment you step in, with a friendly doorman greeting you, a lofty lobby area, soft lighting and a calming palette of magnolias intermixed with natural woods. I checked in on a Thursday afternoon alongside a couple of well-dressed chaps from Italy. My room had been upgraded to a suite on the 9th floor and a friendly staff member helped me up with my bags. He informed me th...
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Before the second lockdown, I managed to get out to St Lucia to explore the volcanic island's adventure side. During my time there, one of my bases was Marigot Bay. This chic tucked-away hotel is a top spot if you're looking to get away from it all, and for keen sailors, it is a must-visit with a marina included as part of the complex. For those who merely feel like some pampering, the hotel also prides itself on its spa offering. There are several treatment rooms, a spacious gym, sauna, steam room and Jay the personal trainer who will run you through your paces on a neighbouring trekking pe...
Read more →If you're looking for a casual yet cosy sushi spot in the heart of the city, then look no further than Miyako. Located within the Andaz London Liverpool Street, this wood panelled restaurant boasts a nice concise menu with a mix of sashimi. sushi, hot dishes, salad and tempura on offer. I dipped into the place on a Tuesday night with a London-based friend from Tokyo who had been before and given it a thumbs up. It was fairly quiet when we arrived but it quickly filled out, mainly with city workers and duos talking business. There was a nice warm atmosphere, with candles burning and the ...
Read more →I’m already plotting my return to Black Roe. I felt pretty deflated when I went, not because of the fodder, but because I didn’t leave room for dessert. It was only when I saw the enormous sundae glide by that I realised my dining error. Simply described as a ‘Shake and Bake’ on the menu the Black Roe pudding doesn’t give too much away. But from the 'oohs and ahhs' sounding from the diners over the way it is clearly pretty tasty. As are the savoury dishes at Black Roe - not to mention the interiors. The eatery, tucked away in a nook of Mayfair, oozes sexiness without parading it too much....
Read more →Taking its name from the Japanese word for the sea urchin, a Japanese delicacy, UNI brings the vibrant colours, flavours and textures of Peruvian and Japanese fusion cuisine (known as Nikkei) to Belgravia.
Read more →Cubé Restaurant & Kakurega Bar has just launched in Mayfair. The intimate restaurant and bar is simplistic and clean in design, using bespoke wood fittings throughout to both reflect the Japanese love for the material and a reference to how 60% of Japan is covered by forest. The lower-ground Kakurega bar in Japanese (かく ·れ ·家) means a place of hiding or refuge and serves seven Japanese cocktails, rare examples of Sake, Japanese whisky and fine wines.
Read more →We love Japanese food and are always excited to hear of new offerings and menus. Murakami, we have to admit wasn’t one we had heard of even though it’s been quietly doing it’s thing for the past few years. Nestled in the heart of Covent Garden, this modern Japanese restaurant once discovered is a must for sushi, robata-grilled fare as well as salads and hot plates.
Read more →Paul Greening, the master forager and culinary brain box behind Aqua Kyoto has done it again. Using ingredients found scattered around the UK, he has composed a menu unlike any other with flavours and textures unexplored previously.
Read more →International favourite (five award-winning restaurants already established) Oliver Maki has brought its contemporary Japanese cuisine to Soho, with a 55 cover restaurant and we couldn't be more excited by this new addition to the London restaurant scene.
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